Michael B. Higgins

Michael B. Higgins is an experienced vocational counselor specializing in employment programs for individuals with serious mental illness. Currently serving as an ACE Vocational Counselor at Project Renewal since September 2021, Michael B. Higgins develops individualized vocational plans to help clients achieve meaningful employment. Previous roles include Placement Specialist, Vocational Counselor, and Career Coach, with responsibilities ranging from establishing employer networks to managing client caseloads and creating customized career plans. Michael B. Higgins has a strong background in education, having worked with exceptional students and adults with severe mental illness in various teaching and coaching capacities. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from New Jersey City University and a High School Diploma from North Arlington High School.